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8 vs 7 plus Goalkeeper
25 min
Soccer Exercise

8 vs 7 plus Goalkeeper

  • Age U14 - U19, Men's / Women's
  • Training Set Main point
  • Number of Players 10-15 players, 16-22+ players

Setup

  • 4 cones to set up 2 counter goals on the halfway line
  • 2 cones to mark offside line
  • 1 goal

Procedure

The game is played 8 vs 7 towards the goal with a goalkeeper, as well as the two counter goals. Attackers and defenders are only allowed to start towards the goal once the ball has crossed the offside line. After a while, the two teams switch roles.

Variation:
Play with a maximum of 3 touches.

Tip

Coaching Points:

  • Once the ball is played beyond the offside line, aim to finish quickly.
  • Continuously offer running options into space for the players in possession.

Training attributes

Tactics

Tactics
Team behavior Pressing Player behavior Transitional play (shifting the game) Transition drill

Training Organization

Age
U14 - U19 Men's / Women's
Duration
25 min
Training Set
Main point
Number of Players
10-15 players 16-22+ players
Goalkeeper
1 goalkeeper 2 goalies
Form of Training
Group training Team training
Exercise level
Intermediate
Spatial Behavior
Half-field
Training Location
Pitch